Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a coffee table?

Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.

What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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Stanhope Coffee Table — Large — Circular Steel Base — Rare British Marble Top

$11,459 / item

Stanhope Coffee Table — Large — Circular Steel Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A circular coffee table in incredibly rare British marble and blackened steel. Hand crafted to order in the North. Measures: 100cm dia x 35cm height. Custom finishes and sizes avai...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Sheet Metal, Brass, Bro...

Stanhope Coffee Table — Small — Circular Steel Base — Rare British Marble Top

$10,564 / item

Stanhope Coffee Table — Small — Circular Steel Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Novocastrian, Richy Almond

Located in Washington, GB

A circular coffee table in incredibly rare British marble and blackened steel. Hand crafted to order in the North. Measures: 80cm diameter x 35cm height. Custom finishes and sizes a...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

Stanhope Coffee Table — Small — Circular Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

$11,317 / item

Stanhope Coffee Table — Small — Circular Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A circular coffee table in incredibly rare British marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Measures: 80cm diameter x 35cm height. Custom finishes and sizes a...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Stone, Limestone, Carrara Marble, Slate, Brass, Metal, Bronze, C...

Stanhope Coffee Table — Large — Circular Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

$12,494 / item

Stanhope Coffee Table — Large — Circular Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A circular coffee table in incredibly rare British marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Measures: 100cm dia x 35cm height. Custom finishes and sizes a...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Large — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

$12,328 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Large — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in rare British marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. Measures: 100cm dia x 32cm height. C...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Large — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

$10,680 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Large — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

By Novocastrian, Richy Almond

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in honed Cumbria slate and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. Measures: 100cm dia x 32cm height. C...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Slate, Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Metal, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Medium — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

$10,788 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Medium — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in Rare British Marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. Measures: 80cm dia x 32cm height. Cu...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Medium — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

$9,186 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Medium — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

By Novocastrian, Richy Almond

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in honed Cumbria slate and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. Measures: 80cm dia x 32cm height. ...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Slate, Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Metal, Bronze, C...

Special Price Luxury Coffee Table on Stock for Sale

$5,956

Special Price Luxury Coffee Table on Stock for Sale

Located in London, GB

Bronze or Silver Finish Coffee Table, Mirror Insert Top with Decorative Mosaic Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

$9,672 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Rare British Marble Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in Rare British Marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. . Measures: 60 cm diameter x 32 cm he...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

$8,284 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in honed Cumbria slate and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. . Measures: 60 cm diameter x 32 cm ...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Slate, Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Metal, Bronze, C...

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

$8,284 / item

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Patinated Brass Base — Honed Cumbrian Slate Top

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A coffee or side table in honed Cumbria slate and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. . Measures: 60 cm diameter x 32 cm ...

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2010s British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

20th-Century Metal and Glass French-Design Round Coffee Table, 1960

$2,181

20th-Century Metal and Glass French-Design Round Coffee Table, 1960

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

French design coffee table from 60s / 70s. Furniture with painted and gilded metal base, wooden top with chiseled built-in mirror of excellent quality.

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Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Oval Gold Brass and Antique Mirror Top Cocktail Table

$29,500 / item

Oval Gold Brass and Antique Mirror Top Cocktail Table

By Provasi

Located in Milan, IT

A medium oval cocktail table featuring an antiqued mirror top framed by an ornate gold brass structure. The table showcases intricate detailing along the rim and legs, with decorativ...

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2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Romeo Rega Coffee Side Bar Cabinet Table in Chrome Brass and Glass, Italy, 1970s

$2,870

Romeo Rega Coffee Side Bar Cabinet Table in Chrome Brass and Glass, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Rome, IT

Coffee side table with bar cabinet by the Italian designer Romeo Rega, Italy, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Jagged Edge Genius Loci Table in Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor

$35,468 / item

Jagged Edge Genius Loci Table in Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor

Located in Geneve, CH

Jagged Edge Genius Loci Table in Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel by Julian Mayor Limited Edition of 8 + 4AP. Dimensions: D 100 x W 154 x H 35 cm. Materials: Mirror-polished stainles...

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2010s British Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Side Table Legs Lacquered Woods Metal Feet Caps Custom Top Ebony Vetrite Mirror

$3,387

Side Table Legs Lacquered Woods Metal Feet Caps Custom Top Ebony Vetrite Mirror

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Art Glass, Mirror, Ebony, Lacquer

Maison Jansen Style Brass and Antiqued Mirror Cocktail Table

$3,600

Maison Jansen Style Brass and Antiqued Mirror Cocktail Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

Maison Jansen style brass and antiqued mirror cocktail table featuring square tapered legs and acorn finials.

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Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Vintage Hidden Bar Coffee by Fedam, 1980s

$1,320

Vintage Hidden Bar Coffee by Fedam, 1980s

By Fedam

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Unique coffee table that, with a twist of the knob, reveals a hidden bar compartment.

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Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Granite, Brass

Opinion Ciatti Tab.ulino Small Table with Mirror Top

From $1,341 / item

Opinion Ciatti Tab.ulino Small Table with Mirror Top

By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Take a wooden frame, cover it in aluminium and then work its surface, ”scrunch” it by hand to achieve a crimpled profile. This is the process at the core of Tab.ulino and Tab.ulone, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Opinion Ciatti Tab.ulone Large Table with Mirror Top

From $2,502 / item

Opinion Ciatti Tab.ulone Large Table with Mirror Top

By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Take a wooden frame, cover it in aluminium and then work its surface, “scrunch” it by hand to achieve a crimpled profile. This is the process at the core of Tab.ulino and Tab.ulone, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size S

$3,223Sale Price / item|20% Off

Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size S

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...

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Early 2000s Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Iron

Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size M

$4,001Sale Price / item|20% Off

Round Twist Table, Aged Mirror Top & Brass Details, Handcrafted, Size M

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Twist Round Coffee/Side Table with Mirror or High-Gloss Laminate, Customizable The side tables and coffee tables from the Twist Collection, with their organic shapes, are handcrafted...

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Early 2000s Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Classic Steel & Brass Cocktail Table with Bronze Mirror Top

$3,500

Vintage Classic Steel & Brass Cocktail Table with Bronze Mirror Top

Located in Hanover, MA

Elegant Maison Jansen style rectangular coffee table with urn form turned brass legs, feet, supports and mounts with forged polished steel frame and serpentine stretchers.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Arturo Pani Brass and Glass Circular Table with Antiqued Mirror Shelf

$6,340

Arturo Pani Brass and Glass Circular Table with Antiqued Mirror Shelf

By Arturo Pani

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Exceptional circular cocktail table designed by Arturo Pani in Mexico City around the 1950s, a piece that masterfully exemplifies his distinctive interpretation of Hollywood Regency ...

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Small Antiqued Mirrored Table in the Style of Yale Burge

$1,440

Small Antiqued Mirrored Table in the Style of Yale Burge

By Yale Burge

Located in Dallas, TX

Steel and brass table with a foggy antiqued mirror top displaying a simple yet interesting aesthetic in the style of Yale Burge.

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Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Steel

Low table in mirrored glass and brass, Fontana Arte, circa 1960

$10,219

Low table in mirrored glass and brass, Fontana Arte, circa 1960

By Fontana Arte

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Enhance your space with the timeless elegance of this mirrored glass and brass coffee table from Fontana Arte, a design icon from the 1960s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

1950s Coffee Table style of Fontana Arte & Marco Zanuso Blue Glass Chrome Italy

$3,579

1950s Coffee Table style of Fontana Arte & Marco Zanuso Blue Glass Chrome Italy

By Fontana Arte

Located in London, GB

We sell on a separate listing the same size in mirrored top coffee table. and another listing as a pair.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

EÆ 'Black Mirror' Bronze and Marble Cocktail Table by Erickson Aesthetics

$4,500

EÆ 'Black Mirror' Bronze and Marble Cocktail Table by Erickson Aesthetics

Located in Brooklyn, NY

'Black Mirror' polished bronze cocktail table with Telescopic Post and black marble pyramid base. From Maison Gerard: 'Ben Erickson, an artist living and working in Brooklyn, New Y...

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2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Shapely French Art Deco Gilt Iron Circular Table with Mirrored Top

$3,375Sale Price|40% Off

Shapely French Art Deco Gilt Iron Circular Table with Mirrored Top

Located in San Francisco, CA

A shapely French Art Deco gilt iron circular table with mirrored top; the original mirrored top above an openwork frieze on exaggerated openwork cabriole supports.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Mirror Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Mingei

$12,500

Mirror Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Mingei

By Ryosuke Harashima

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Name: Two fo you Mirror designed by Ryosuke Harashima. This work is made of Ranma, antique Japanese transom, coper and mirror. Artist create new style mirror by combining old too...

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2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Copper

Black Satin X Frame Cocktail Table with Eglomise Mirrored Top Vintage

$2,800

Black Satin X Frame Cocktail Table with Eglomise Mirrored Top Vintage

Located in North Miami, FL

This wonderful vintage cocktail table finished in black satin with inverted X frame rubbed gold leafed legs. A golden eglomise mirrored top plays off the black body and the silver l...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Glass

Acerbis Large Pond Cocktail Table with Black Base and Mirrored Glass Top

$4,247 / item

Acerbis Large Pond Cocktail Table with Black Base and Mirrored Glass Top

By Marco Acerbis, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Family of cocktail tables, side tables, occasional tables with different heights and width. Base made from molded polyurethane BAYDUR®60, lacquered with glossy finishes. Top in back-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass

Acerbis Large Pond Cocktail Table with Mustard Yellow Base & Mirrored Glass Top

$4,247 / item

Acerbis Large Pond Cocktail Table with Mustard Yellow Base & Mirrored Glass Top

By Acerbis, Marco Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Family of cocktail tables, side tables, occasional tables with different heights and width. Base made from molded polyurethane BAYDUR®60, lacquered with glossy finishes. Top in back-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass

Alida Gold Mirror Valet Stand by VUUN ITALIA

$2,261 / item

Alida Gold Mirror Valet Stand by VUUN ITALIA

Located in Geneve, CH

Alida Gold Mirror Valet Stand by VUUN ITALIA Dimensions: D 35 x W 37 x H 132 cm. Materials: Extralight glass with gold mirror base. Available in different finishes. Please contact ...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Mirror

Italian Neoclassical Style Bronze Cocktail Table

$7,850 / item

Italian Neoclassical Style Bronze Cocktail Table

By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Neoclassical Style Bronze Cocktail Table. Offered is a large Italian Louis XVI style or Neoclassical style rectangular bronze cocktail table or coffee table with paw feet and...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Italian Modern Bronze Cocktail Table

$4,650

Italian Modern Bronze Cocktail Table

By Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès, Gio Ponti, Romeo Rega

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Modern Bronze Cocktail Table. Offered is a glamorous Italian mid-century bronze cocktail table or coffee table with splayed legs and a bronze mirrored top.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Object #MT-T2-F-L Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Table by Zhoujie Zhang

$15,000 / item

Object #MT-T2-F-L Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Table by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This elegantly designed table was created with handmade digital crafts, the same fabrication techniques devised in Zhoujie’s digital laboratory. The work's digital roots lend an arch...

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2010s Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Object #MT-T3-F-L Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Table by Zhoujie Zhang

$15,000 / item

Object #MT-T3-F-L Mirror Polished Stainless Steel Table by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This elegantly designed table was created with handmade digital crafts, the same fabrication techniques devised in Zhoujie’s digital laboratory. The work's digital roots lend an arch...

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2010s Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

French Organic Modern Root Cocktail Table

$4,650

French Organic Modern Root Cocktail Table

By Charles Dudouyt, Robert Guillerme, Pierre Chapo, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Houston, TX

French Organic Modern Root Cocktail Table. Offered is a handsome Brutalist Organic Modern Root Cocktail Table Or Coffee Table with a bronze mirrored top.

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Vintage 1950s French Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Elm

Italian Modernist Cocktail Table

$8,800

Italian Modernist Cocktail Table

Located in New York, NY

An Italian modernist cocktail table. Geometric design in brass with aged mirror glass segmented top.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

French Régence Style Painted And Parcel Gilt Cocktail Table

$3,650

French Régence Style Painted And Parcel Gilt Cocktail Table

By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

French Régence Style Painted And Parcel Gilt Cocktail Table. Offered is a a lovely Parisian style painted and parcel gilt cocktail table or coffee table with a classic shell design, ...

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Vintage 1940s French Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Giltwood, Mirror

Large French Wrought Iron Table

$8,800

Large French Wrought Iron Table

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's French wrought iron round table with mirror top. Measurements: diameter: 41.5" height: 16"

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Vintage 1920s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

French Louis XVI Style Brass Cocktail Table

$3,200

French Louis XVI Style Brass Cocktail Table

By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre, Romeo Rega

Located in Houston, TX

French Louis XVI Style Brass Cocktail Table. Offered is a lovely French Louis XVI style rectangular brass cocktail table or coffee table with a bronze mirrored top in the manner of G...

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Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Ypsilon stainless steel table 1970s

$4,133Sale Price|20% Off

Ypsilon stainless steel table 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Spectacular coffee table with a fantastic double ypsilon design made of stainless steel and glass with a central mirror that gives us an elegant visual fusion between the two.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Itaca Side Table by Atlasproject

$1,951 / item

Itaca Side Table by Atlasproject

By Atlasproject

Located in Manocalzati, Avellino

The geometries of the Itaca coffee tables invite you to a journey without a destination, or rather where encounters, experiences and adventures are themselves the destination.

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Early 2000s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Cube Cocktail Table

$3,600 / item

Mid Century Cube Cocktail Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

This simple yet refined cocktail table adds depth and warm reflection in an alluring mix of materials and finishes. The table features a recessed antique mirrored top and overall bro...

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Mirror, Wood

French Wrought Iron Cocktail Table with Églomisé Top

$2,450

French Wrought Iron Cocktail Table with Églomisé Top

By Gilbert Poillerat, René Drouet, Raymond Subes, Edgar Brandt

Located in Houston, TX

Great French 1940s round hand forged wrought iron cocktail table or coffee table with gilt decorated eglomise top.

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Italian Glass Top Cocktail Table with Lucite & Brass Base

$3,495

Vintage Italian Glass Top Cocktail Table with Lucite & Brass Base

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this cocktail or coffee table dates from the 1950s. This is a square table with rounded corners with a frame constructed of brushed brass and lucite.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Pewter Finish Low Tiered Side Tables, Pair

$2,200 / set

Pewter Finish Low Tiered Side Tables, Pair

Located in North Miami, FL

Contemporary, multi-purpose low side tables in gray pewter finish with a mirror top. Note: dimensions of taller table is 22.75 inches diameter and 16 inches tall, lower table is 2...

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2010s Brazilian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Object 004 Bar Table by NG Design

$1,148 / item

Object 004 Bar Table by NG Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Object 004 bar table by NG Design. Dimensions: D70 x W43 x H79 cm. Materials: powder coated steel, tempered mirror. Also available: All of objects available in different materia...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Italian Modernist Fossilized Marble Cocktail Table, Walnut Base, 1950

$12,500

Italian Modernist Fossilized Marble Cocktail Table, Walnut Base, 1950

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional Italian modernist fossilized marble cocktail table. The large polished marble top containing embedded ammonite and orthoceras fossils dating back to the Pre-historic ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Matte Brass Finish Low Tiered Side Tables, Pair

$2,200 / set

Matte Brass Finish Low Tiered Side Tables, Pair

Located in North Miami, FL

Contemporary, multipurpose low side tables in light brass matte finish with a mirror top. Note: dimensions of taller table is 22.75 inches diameter and 16 inches tall, lower table i...

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2010s Brazilian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

French Art Deco Cocktail Table, circa 1930

$2,526

French Art Deco Cocktail Table, circa 1930

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A beautiful table, excellent condition, with mirror top and two other trays.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mirror, Wood

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Cocktail Table

$3,895

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Cocktail Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

An Elegant French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical coffee table in the style of Maison Jansen balancing classical gilt metal styling with a sedate dark grey mirrored top.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wrought Iron

Illusion ILL03 Tall Crystal Side Table by Jean-Marie Massaud for Glas Italia

$2,067Sale Price|20% Off

Illusion ILL03 Tall Crystal Side Table by Jean-Marie Massaud for Glas Italia

By Glas Italia, Jean-Marie Massaud

Located in Boston, MA

Illusion ILL03 is a parallelepiped shaped coffee table with mirroring top and degrading shading mirroring sides.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Crystal

Side Table by Paolo Buffa

$11,200Sale Price|20% Off

Side Table by Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Italian side table by Paolo Buffa for the Hotel Bristol. Etched rectangular glass with stars and circles motives hold by a mahogany pedestal base ending with a brass sabot.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Table, Sculptural Brass Sheet Design, Textured Monolithic Form, Italy

$15,120

Table, Sculptural Brass Sheet Design, Textured Monolithic Form, Italy

By DeCastelli

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Table, Sculptural Brass Sheet Design, Textured Monolithic Form, Italy TITLE: Xilo DESIGNER: Delineo Design Studio STYLE: Modern MATERIALS: Brass DIMENSIONS: 96cm x 66cm x 45cm CONDI...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass

Signed Baker Furniture Verre Eglomisé pair of tables

$3,950 / set

Signed Baker Furniture Verre Eglomisé pair of tables

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Baker Furniture eglomise mirror and bleached oak Tables. Nice distressed look . Labeled Baker.

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Vintage 1970s American Baroque Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mirror, Wood

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s

$3,789 / set

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s

By Maison Baguès

Located in PARIS, FR

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s Elegant and refined pair of low consoles or side tables by Maison Baguès, produced in France in the 1970s. These ...

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

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Mirror Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of mirror coffee tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, mirror and metal, all mirror coffee tables available were constructed with great care. There are 1244 antique and vintage mirror coffee tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 104 modern editions to choose from as well. Mirror coffee tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mirror coffee tables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small mirror coffee tables measuring 1 inches across. Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen and Willy Rizzo each produced beautiful mirror coffee tables that are worth considering.

How Much are Mirror Coffee Tables?

Mirror coffee tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,396, while the lowest priced sells for $111 and the highest can go for as much as $78,000.

Finding the Right Coffee And Cocktail Tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

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Questions About Mirror Coffee Tables

Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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